Meaning of the word authoritative in English

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authoritative

US /əˈθɔːr.ə.t̬ə.t̬ɪv/
UK /əˈθɔːr.ə.t̬ə.t̬ɪv/

Adjective

1.

showing that you are confident, in control, and expect to be respected and obeyed:

Example:
She has an authoritative manner that at times is almost arrogant.
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